Skills

Communication Jira Problem-solving Project Management Confluence

Job Specifications

Our partner studio, an award-winning developer renowned for crafting visually stunning and technically impressive games, is looking for a Senior Porting Programmer to help bring their acclaimed titles to new platforms.

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of console technology, contributing to the performance, optimisation, and delivery of high-end gaming experiences on next-gen hardware.

Role Overview

As a Senior Porting Programmer, you’ll be responsible for adapting and optimising Unreal Engine 5 projects for console platforms, with a strong focus on PS5. You’ll collaborate with a talented technical team to ensure smooth performance, efficient workflows, and high-quality releases.

Key Responsibilities

Lead porting efforts for Unreal Engine 5 projects across multiple platforms
Optimise performance and stability for console targets, with a focus on PS5
Utilise Unreal Insights and platform-specific tools (e.g., PS5 Razor tools)
Collaborate with production and QA teams using Jira and Confluence
Troubleshoot and profile complex performance issues
Contribute to improving the studio’s porting pipelines and performance processes

Essential Skills & Experience

Unreal Engine (5+ years)
Proven experience with Unreal Engine 5
Shipped multiple commercial titles
Hands-on development experience for PlayStation 5
Strong understanding of performance optimisation and memory management
Experience with Unreal Insights and PS5 Razor tools
Proficient with project management tools: Jira and Confluence
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

UK-based and eligible to work in the UK

Nice to Have

Experience developing for Xbox Series X|S
Familiarity with multi-platform pipelines

Technical Requirements

Applicants must have access to a suitable development setup:

CPU: Modern 6-core or higher
GPU: NVIDIA RTX 3070 or better
RAM: 32GB minimum
Storage: 1TB+ SSD

Why Join

You’ll be joining a highly respected partner studio pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in Unreal Engine 5. Expect a collaborative, technically minded environment where your expertise will directly influence the quality and performance of next-gen experiences.

Location: UK (Remote)

Employment Type: Full-time

Seniority: Senior

Interested? Apply now!

About the Company

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